The Standard Pilot Log (Navy Blue)

Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter provides an overview of the Standard Pilot Logbook (Navy Blue) and its purpose as an official record of flight experience for pilots. It explains the different sections of the logbook and their uses.

Chapter 2: Personal Information

This chapter includes sections for recording the pilot's name, address, date of birth, and other personal information. It also includes sections for documenting medical certificates and flight ratings.

Example:

* John Smith
* 123 Main Street, Anytown, CA 12345
* Date of birth: January 1, 1980
* Private Pilot Certificate: 12345678
* Instrument Rating: 12345679

Chapter 3: Flight Record

This chapter is the main section of the logbook, where pilots record their flight experiences. It includes columns for date, aircraft type, tail number, flight time, purpose of flight, and notes.

Example:

* Date: January 10, 2023
* Aircraft type: Cessna 172
* Tail number: N12345
* Flight time: 1.5 hours
* Purpose of flight: Cross-country flight to San Francisco
* Notes: Good VFR conditions, landed at Oakland International Airport

Chapter 4: Maintenance Log

This chapter is used to track aircraft maintenance and repairs. It includes columns for date, aircraft type, tail number, description of maintenance, mechanic's name, and approval signature.

Example:

* Date: January 20, 2023
* Aircraft type: Cessna 172
* Tail number: N12345
* Description of maintenance: Replaced spark plugs
* Mechanic's name: Jane Doe
* Approval signature: Jane Doe

Chapter 5: Proficiency Checks

This chapter is used to record flight proficiency checks and other training events. It includes columns for date, type of check, instructor's name, results, and notes.

Example:

* Date: February 15, 2023
* Type of check: Biennial Flight Review
* Instructor's name: John Doe
* Results: Passed
* Notes: No discrepancies noted

Chapter 6: Ratings and Certificates

This chapter includes sections for recording the pilot's flight ratings and certificates, including their expiration dates. It also includes space for endorsements.

Example:

* Private Pilot Certificate: 12345678 (expires: January 1, 2026)
* Instrument Rating: 12345679 (expires: February 15, 2028)

Chapter 7: Currency and Recency

This chapter is used to track the pilot's currency and recency requirements for different flight maneuvers and endorsements. It includes columns for date, maneuver or endorsement, and the expiration date.

Example:

* Night currency: January 10, 2023 (expires: January 10, 2024)
* Instrument currency: February 15, 2023 (expires: February 15, 2024)